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Augite and Pyrargyrite Physical Properties


Pyrargyrite and Augite Physical Properties


Physical Properties

Tenacity
Not Available   
Brittle   

Solubility
Not Available   
Not Available   

Durability
Not Available   
Not Available   

Specific Gravity
3.19-3.56   
5.85   

Fracture
Uneven, Uneven, ConchoidalAnthony et al, Handbook of mineralogy (2001), Brittle, Conchoidal   
Conchoidal, Uneven, ConchoidalArthur Thomas, Brittle   

Cleavage
{110} Perfect, {010} Indistinct   
Distinct on {10 1 1}, imperfect on {01 1 2}   

Mohs Hardness
5.5-6   
2.5-3   

Chemical Composition
(Ca,Na)(Mg,Fe,Al,Ti)(Si,Al) 2O 6Anthony et al , Handbook of mineralogy (2001)   
Ag 3SbS 3Michael O’Donoghue , Gems, Sixth Edition (2006) More from other references   

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Augite and Pyrargyrite Chemical Formula

While comparing Augite and Pyrargyrite physical properties, the important data you should know is its chemical composition. Since chemical formula defines the molecular structure of the crystal, most of the physical properties like color, tenacity, solubility are governed by Augite and Pyrargyrite chemical formula.

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Augite and Pyrargyrite Specific Gravity

Another important criteria for qualitative analysis of gemstones is Augite and Pyrargyrite Specific gravity. Specific gravity is the relative density of a gemstone compared with respect to density of water. Gemologists use Augite and Pyrargyrite Optical Properties during the identification of gemstone. Specific gravity of Augite is 5.85 whereas that of Pyrargyrite is 5.85.

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